cheergal The plot of this movie is not particularly impressive. It fell into usual scenarios. I already figured the wealthy donor was going to die while half way through. However, it still kept me interested. I would say I was drawn by their acting.Overall is a decent movie. The super acting made this movie worth watching. I think the excellent acting alone with semi flat storyline still can be a good movie. The worst would be a overly plotted storyline which even extraordinary crafts will be in vain. This one to say at least was not the case. Another aspect of the story is the humanitarian came no surprise since it is highly praised in Scandinavian countries. It's not a surprising story but it's a warm one.If you are looking for something to watch, I would recommend it.

Sarah Kemp After the Wedding (Efter brylluppet, 2006) seems like it should be a large movie—it begins internationally, depicting issues like poverty and homelessness that affect millions around the globe. Quickly though, the focus zooms in on several people who are very closely connected though somewhat of an odd history, forcing the viewer to examine what exactly is required to love someone. Jacob (Mads Mikkelson) manages an Indian orphanage, but is called back to Denmark by a businessman to try and secure more funds for the orphanage. He is offered the funding, but of course there is a twist, made clear following a series of big reveals; Jørgen (Rolf Lassgård), the businessman, requires Jacob to remain in Denmark and begin managing some of the company. As Jacob is actually the biological father of Jørgen's daughter, Jørgen wants him close by to care for the family following his impending death. The film explores the ideas of control, love, and doing one's duty with an interesting take on what constitutes a family.There are several aspects of control seen throughout the film. Jørgen, as a powerful businessman, is used to having people do his bidding. He also knows that he is dying, resulting in his necessary composure despite such unfortunate circumstances. Troubles arise when he tries to extend his control to Jacob, a man who is used to being independent. Jacob resists, feeling that Jørgen is trying to buy him, but gives in when he discovers the exact nature of the request. Helene is also trying to control the situation—she is understandably mad at Jacob for cheating on her, and initially tries to restrict his contact with the family and herself. She eventually sees his value though, leading to the next theme of the film: love.After the Wedding contains numerous interesting relationships, mainly ones that aren't necessarily seen in many other contexts. In India, Jacob is especially close to one of the boys at the orphanage. He acts as a father figure to the boy, but is ultimately forced to leave and has to go back on promises made. The dynamic between the adults in the film is what is the most fascinating though; Jacob is Anna's biological father, from a previous relationship with Helene. Helene then married Jørgen in part to secure a future for Anna. Jørgen is dying though, and wants Jacob to be around to support the family. Jacob's connection to Anna is apparent, although awkward at first. When they first talk in his hotel room, the tension between them is almost painful to watch. Anna begins to open up to Jacob though, which eventually causes Helene to realize that she does still care for him. While she never answers the question about whether or not she'll get back together with Jacob, it's clear that the family cares for him and he is present in their lives. The final theme is an exploration of what it means to do one's duty, especially in keeping with promises that were made. Jacob is the primary vehicle through which we explore this. He is forced back to Denmark to secure more funds for the orphanage, despite a strong desire to remain with the children. Once there, he puts up with a seemingly distant and eccentric Jørgen in the hope of keeping the orphanage open. Jørgen's obligation to his family drives him to find Jacob in the first place, and admit to himself that he must take action to secure their future. The film makes use of many close ups, especially on the face and eyes. In a story so driven by emotion, it makes sense that this would be a focus. Frequently, the larger picture is ignored for a close look at exactly what each character is feeling at the moment. Their emotions are strong and complicated, so taking a moment to dissect them is really helpful. I enjoyed After the Wedding, but it didn't grip me as completely as other films I've seen. However, I think the suspense of the reveal was ruined by the strange actions of Jørgen that led up to it. There were also times where I felt the stony faced acting could have shown a little more depth. I was also ultimately unsatisfied by some aspects of the ending—after so much build up, I feel the viewers deserved slightly more. The film presents interesting ideas, but the lack of resolution means that some of the impact is lost. It's worth a watch, but not one of my favorites.

Sindre Kaspersen Danish screenwriter and director Susanne Bier's ninth feature film which she co-wrote with Danish screenwriter Anders Thomas Jensen, premiered in Denmark, was screened in the Galas section at the 31st Toronto International Film Festival in 2006, was shot on locations in Denmark and India and is a Denmark-Sweden co-production which was produced by Danish producer Sisse Graum Olsen. It tells the story about a man named Jacob who returns to his native country to rescue the orphanage he manages in India. In Copenhagen, Denmark he meets a Swedish business man named Jørgen who is very interested in making a financial contribution to the orphanage and who after their conversation invites him to the matrimony of his daughter named Anna.Distinctly and intimately directed by Danish filmmaker Susanne Bier, this finely paced fictional tale which is narrated from multiple viewpoints though mostly from the main character's point of view, draws a truly compassionate portrayal of a man who during a wedding is reunited with a woman he once loved. While notable for it's naturalistic milieu depictions, distinct production design by Danish production designer Søren Skjær and cinematography by Danish cinematographer Morten Søborg, this character-driven and narrative-driven story which acutely examines themes like family relations and interpersonal relations depicts three heartrending studies of character and contains a great score by Swedish composer Johan Söderqvist.This conversational, humorous and throughout gripping drama where a man who has spent years changing his life for the better meets his former girlfriend and learns that he might have a daughter, is impelled and reinforced by it's cogent narrative structure, substantial character development, interrelated stories, emphatic dialog, natural characters, ethereal theme song by the Icelandic band Sigur Rós which emphasizes the heartening atmosphere and the profoundly engaging and reverent acting performances by Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen, Swedish actor Rolf Lassgård, Danish actress Stine Fischer Christensen and Danish actress Sidse Babett Knudsen. A majestic and incisive character piece from the late 2000s which gained numerous film awards.

yatchc52 I'm sorry, I can't see this gets a thumbs up for anything. The characters are cardboard, and even worse, rich cardboard - so much harder to care for; the story line is idiotic; I hope it's a long time until I find myself face to face with Mads Mikkelson: it's another pokerfaced utterly disengaging performance from him.I confess. I fast-forwarded over all the bits where he and his newly discovered daughter are getting soppy together, but whenever I put the controls down again, I found myself in the middle of some other scene that would really be better off at +30 and no sound too.Want to be immersed in Scandanavian culture? I suggest a few hours at Ikea, including a plate of meatballs, is a better plan.